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Treats and other goodies

19 Sunday May 2013

Posted by adogtales in california, dogs, pets, hollywood, pet blog

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best dog goodies, brick and mortar, cheddar cheese, Dog treats, four legged friends, roasted beef, three flavors, venison, yummy dog treats

It has come to my attentions that people need help when purchasing treats for their pets.

Since most people never test their dogs treats I Wanted to share my thoughts. I have a discriminating pallet when it comes to treats so here is my list of recommendations when picking out treats for any of your four legged friends.

My people have wasted many a dollar on premium treats just to toss them away in the trash when I snub my nose at them.

Here are my recommendations:
ZiwiPeak Treats: I LOVE THESE!!!!! And my people are happy about that. They are premium real-meat jerky rewards that have none of the nasty filler ingredients in them. These treats are tail wagging yummies. They are from New Zealand and come in three flavors: beef, lamb and venison. I like all three, but do my best tricks for the lamb treats. You can find them at premium pet stores or order them on line here: http://www.ziwipeak.com Did I mention I LOVE LOVE LOVE these treats.

Buddy Biscuits by Cloud Star. These are tasty and I quite like them. I prefer the soft & chewy ones myself as I am a petite dog but they come in hard chews for your larger teeth breeds. I have tasted them all: the Grain FREE types: Slow Roasted Beef, Smooth Aged Cheddar, Rotisserie Chicken, and Homestyle Peanut Butter. As well as the original buddies: Bacon & Cheese, Beef, Chicken, Duck, Lamb, Peanut Butter, and Sweet Potato.

I like to have a variety on hand as i sometimes can get tired of the same old treat every day. My people prefer i eat the grain free type but do allow me to eat the other kinds to keep my tastebuds happy. Now these are easier to locate, you can get these at most Pet Stores, Zoom Rooms or if you have a brick and mortar fear you can order them online at http://www.cloudstar.com

Whole Life Dog Treats. The people who make these treats love animals and you can read all about them at their website: http://www.wholelifepet.com I have only tested the pure freeze dried cheddar cheese myself and can tell you that it is very nice as a little sprinkle on my dry dog food. You can research where to find them in your area on their website.

Halo LIV-A-LITTLES CHICKEN. OMG…happy wag. Yes there are many brands out there that have freeze dried chicken but this brand seems to soak up the water the best. I go nuts when my people put a few of these in water… My mouth waters in anticipation, my tail uncontrollably spins as if it will become a propeller to take me off the floor and soar through the room. You must make your people soak a few for you to try. Here is the website: http://shop.halopets.com/Natural-Treats/Liv-a-Littles-Chicken

Now I will tell you all that the best treats sometimes are made in your own kitchen. And here is my very favorite dog cookie recipe. Watch out because some people might steal one or two of these cookies…remind the that you are the treat taster and they have their own goodies.

Good Girl Sadie Treats
1 to 1-½ cups flour
¾ cup oatmeal
¼ cup wheat germ
¼ cup crunchy peanut butter
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup honey
1 tsp baking powder
½ cup water

Directions:
Preheat the oven to 325° F. It is best to have a two legger do this.

Combine all ingredients and mix on low until completely blended.

Form into tablespoon-sized balls and place on ungreased cookie sheet. Flatten balls to ¼”” using the tines of fork. Or for fun you can have your people make them in the shape of a dog bone. Here is a cookie cutter if you want to try making them into little bones. http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4022355

Bake for 15 – 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Then here is the best part woof one down with your best two legger pal.

Dog gone good treats to dream about

Dog gone good treats to dream about

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Sadie’s 4 PAWS Restaurant Review

09 Thursday May 2013

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4 Paws, Art's Deli, Cat & Fiddle, Chin Chin, Dog Friendly, he Fox and Hound, In-N-Out, Los Angeles, Palermo Ristorante Italiano, Pat's Topanga Grill, Pizzicotto Restaurant, Restaurants, Studio City, Yen Sushi & Sake Bar, Zacks Cafe

Fun Places to eat with your fourlegged companion

The savory life of a puppy in SO CAL

My people love to take me out with them and here are some of my favorite places to eat and socialize. If you have a favorite spot to add to my list please feel free to add a comment and we will happily try your suggestion too.

Palermo Ristorante Italiano
1858 N Vermont Ave
Los Angeles, CA
3236631178
Hours: Mon-Tue Closed
Wed-Thu 11am–11:30pm
Fri 11am–12:30am
Sat 9am–12:30am
Sun 9am–11:30pm
Old world excellence, fun and friendly, great service with the most yummy food. Pet friendly street seating. A fun place to people and pet watch. Doggie water always served with a smile.

Zacks Cafe
10820 Ventura Blvd, Studio City
(818) 762-4225
Friday hours 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Great patio eating with water bowl service.

The Grill at Hollywood and Highland
6801 Hollywood Blvd #407, Los Angeles
(323) 856-5530
Mon-Thu 11:30am–10pm
Fri-Sat 11:30am–11pm
Sun 11am–10pm
Fun people watching on the patio. Water on request. Friendly service.

In n Out (all locations)
http://www.in-n-out.com
A drive thru that your people can order a special dog patty with no salt. Just ask for a meat patty no salt. The people at the window always say hi to me.

The Fox and Hound
11100 Ventura Blvd, Studio City
(818) 763-7837
Friday hours 11:00 am–2:00 am
Sit on the patio watch TV or just watch the people on the street. Will serve you water on request.

Yen Sushi & Sake Bar
12930 Ventura Blvd, Studio City
(818) 907-6400
Friday hours 11:00 am–11:00 pm
BYOWB (bring your own water bottle and bowl)

Chin Chin
12215 Ventura Blvd, 2nd Floor
Studio City, CA
(818) 985-9090
Mon-Thu, Sun 11 am – 10 pm
Fri-Sat 11 am – 10:30 pm
outdoor tables on the balcony. BYOWB (bring your own water bottle and bowl)

Alcove Cafe and Bakery
1929 Hillhurst Avenue, Los Feliz, CA
323.644.0100
mon, tue & wed: 6am – midnight
thu, fri & sat: 6am – 1am
sun: 7am – midnight
Outdoor patio both front and side tables are dog friendly. Water bowl on request.

Cat & Fiddle
6530 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles
(323) 468-3800
Saturday hours 10:00 am–2:00 am
Lovely outdoor patio for 2 leggers and their 4 legger pals. Water bowl on request.

Pizzicotto Restaurant
11758 San Vicente Blvd. (bet. Gorham & Montana Aves.)
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Lunch
Monday-Saturday from 11.30am-4.00pm
Dinner
Monday-Saturday from 4.00pm-10.00pm
Sunday from 5.00pm-9.00 pm

Pat’s Topanga Grill
1861 N. Topanga Cyn. Blvd.
Topanga, CA 90290
310-455-0533
hours Monday – Sunday
6:00 am–3:00 pm
Water bowl on request but I like to BYOWB (bring your own water bottle and bowl) because some of the other patrons slobber yuck!

Art’s Deli
12224 Ventura Blvd
Studio City, CA
818-20762-1221
Hours: 7am-9pm Monday- Sunday
BYOWB (bring your own water bottle and bowl)

Vivian’s Millenium Cafe
10968 Ventura Blvd
Studio City, CA
(818) 20762-8710
Mon-Sat 7am–3:30pm
Sun 8am–3pm
A little NYC in LA friendly people, water on request or BYOWB (bring your own water bottle and bowl)

Birds Rotisserie Chicken Cafe & Bar
5925 Franklin Ave
Los Angeles, CA
323-465-0178
Mon-Fri 11am-3pm and 5pm-10pm
2-9pm Sundays 3-10pm
special doggie menu – chicken $2
This place understands dogs…they even have a chicken special just for us. I highly suggest you try the chicken tidbits. Water on request or BYOWB (bring your own water bottle and bowl)

Aroma Coffee & Tea
4360 Tujunga Ave
Studio City, CA 91604
(818) 508-0677
Hours: Mon-Sat 6 am – 11 pm
Sun 7 am – 10 pm
BYOWB (bring your own water bottle and bowl)

Zooming in Hollywood

03 Friday May 2013

Posted by adogtales in california, dogs, pets, hollywood, pet blog

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a dog's life, Agility Class, dog agility, dog obedience, hollywood, Indoor Park, Private Gym, puppy training classes, shy dog, Tire Jump, Tunnel run, Zoom Room

I am proud to say I am no longer a “SHY” dog. The Hollywood Zoom Room has taught me to be completely confident. I even got a certificate! I no longer bark at dogs 12 times my size. I have fun in the park with other 4 and 2 leggers and am just loving life.

Zooming through the Tunnel at the Zoom Room Hollywood CA

Zoom Room Hollywood Agility Tunnel

Now it is my challenge to learn “agility” at the Zoom Room. My class size varies from 3 to 4 of us. Everyone is larger than me again but I am having a blast running through tunnels…jumping through the brightly colored tires… (I have not found these beautiful tires anywhere but the Zoom Room but I am keeping my eyes peeled for them. I am just happy that we often book a private half hour to jump through them all by myself. Oh my people come with me too but they have not figured out how to jump through the tire yet. Guess I am smarter than they are. I do get a lot of attention when I jump through. People cheer and clap, I even get a treat for doing this fun activity.

Zooming through the bright Agility Tire at the Zoom Room

Zoom Room Hollywood Agility Tire

Well, I am a bit pooped out from all the activity today. I will continue to report of my accomplishments and other fun things. Next week I am planning on sharing my four paws Restaurant guide for humans and their pets.

Who ever said that “it’s a dog’s life” had no idea… now that I am almost nine months old and have such a wealth of knowledge about what it is like to be in a dog’s life … I wouldn’t trade my four paws in for a humans 2 feet ever. Woof!

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